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Hampden - Walking Club
Walking Club - Hampden Academy
Too cold, dark and slippery outside to walk? Join our indoor walking club. Please change out of your boots into a good pair of walking shoes. Stay on the ground level or challenge yourself by walking between the first and second floors. This is an independent program with no instruction provided.
Tues, Weds, and Thurs March 19 - May 30
(No Walking April 16, 17, 18) 6 - 8 pm
Course fee: $8
Orono - Introduction to Fly Fishing
with Kevin Tracewski
Introduction to Fly Fishing
This course is designed to get you solidly grounded in the fundamentals needed to enjoy fly fishing. Topics covered include tackle selection and assembly, knots, fly casting, fish foods, artificial flies, fly fishing strategies, entomology, and wading safety. After completing this course, you should have all the understanding and skills necessary to catch fish with a fly rod on your own. This course will be taught in Orono by Kevin Tracewski, a registered Maine guide and author of the best selling book, A Fisherman’s Guide to Maine.
Instructor: Kevin Tracewski
Date: Saturday, April 6 (9AM – 4PM)
Cost: $85 for 7 hour session
Orono - Relaxation and Stress Reduction with Hatha Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i
Relaxation and Stress Reduction with Hatha Yoga: Virtual - 6 weeks
This 60-minute Yoga class will provide sequences that calms the nervous system along with stretching/warming the muscles and preparing the mind to rest. Breathing techniques, short meditation and positive affirmations will end the practice.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 pm
Starts: April 23 - May 28 ($62)
Cost: $62 each session
*Adult Education is closed/no classes held on: 1/15, 2/19-2/23, 3/10, 4/15-4/19, and 5/27 *
Hampden - Hawaiian Hula: Kahiko Dance Class
with Julia Kearns
Hawaiian Hula: Kahiko Dance Class - Hampden Academy
Julia Kearns
Hawaiian Hula: Kahiko Dance Class - Hampden Academy
Julia Kearns
Ancient Hawaiian Hula dancing is steeped in tradition and history. In this 6-week, introductory class, participants will be immersed in the culture, language, and dance of the Hula Kahiko. This class is intended for those looking to begin an exploration of this sacred culture through the art of dance. Participants should dress for moderate activity. Participants will need to fill out a fitness waiver to participate in this class.
Thursdays, April 25 - May 30 6 - 7 pm
Course fee: $40
Orono - Tai Yoga Flow - 6 weeks - In-Person Class
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i
Tai Yoga Flow - 6 weeks - In-Person Class
In this 45 minute Tai Chi for Health and Gentle Yoga inspired class, you will perform at a slower pace, with less intense positions and it includes extended time for meditation, yogic breath work, and relaxation. Regular practice can increase flexibility and strength, balance, and overall well-being. The emphasis on posture means that it can instill a greater awareness of the body and how it moves through space.
Starts: Fridays 10-10:45
Date: April 26 - June 1
Cost: $62
*Adult Education is closed/no classes held on: 1/15, 2/19-2/23, 3/10, 4/15-4/19, and 5/27 *
Orono - High Altitude Vacationing Breathing Exercises - Virtual
with Carole Freeman B.S. RRT, Respiratory Therapist & Breathing Specialist Call 866-4119 for More Information
High Altitude Vacationing
If you are planning a mountain vacation in 4 to 6 weeks – TAKE THIS CLASS NOW
You’ll progress through 10 exercises that will gradually help your body adapt to the higher altitude while still at home at sea level. Changes include an increase in Red Blood Cells, giving your blood more oxygen carrying capacity prior to your vacation. You will learn a more functional breathing pattern that gives greater tissue oxygenation and less shortness of breath. Using the new, more optimal breathing pattern, will allow you to maintain a higher oxygen level and ease of breathing while on vacation.
$29